Physician (MD/DO) - Gastroenterology - $600,000 per year in Hickory, NC

Doctor of Medicine | Gastroenterology
Location: Hickory, NC
Employer: Curative
Pay: $600,000 per year
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Gastroenterology in Hickory, North Carolina

If you're looking for a high-volume practice without sacrificing balance, this opportunity delivers both. Join an established Gastroenterology team in Hickory, North Carolina, where you'll step into immediate procedural volume, a loyal referral network, and a collaborative physician culture. With light call, dedicated procedure time, and long-term stability, you'll have the resources to build the career you want.

Practice Overview:

• Busy bread-and-butter GI practice with 9 physicians and 6 APPs
• Sole gastroenterology group serving a large multi-county region
• Approximately 11,000 colonoscopies and 3,500 EGDs performed annually
• Dedicated endoscopy days with strong procedural support
• Light 1:7 hospital call with no rounding required during call hours

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday schedule with predictable hours
• Dedicated APP support during hospitalist weeks
• Balanced structure that supports long-term growth and lifestyle flexibility

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with productivity bonus potential
• $25,000 sign-on bonus and up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
• 20 days of PTO, 5 CME days, malpractice coverage, 401(k) with profit sharing, and comprehensive medical benefits

About the Community:

Hickory is located in the foothills between Charlotte and Asheville, offering a lifestyle that blends convenience, affordability, and outdoor access. The community is known for excellent public and private schools, a lower cost of living, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Residents enjoy nearby lakes, hiking trails, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, along with a revitalized downtown featuring local restaurants, breweries, and year-round events. It is a place where commutes are short, weekends feel full, and the pace of life leaves room to enjoy it all.

Take a closer look at a GI opportunity that delivers both professional momentum and a lifestyle worth settling into.